Portescap has introduced an integrated hardware and software package for single-axis control of brushless DC motors, the PCR 56/06 EC SD. Designed in partnership with the motion control experts at Performance Motion Devices (PMD), the solution delivers superior motion control for a wide range of applications.
Windows-based software suite
The PCR 56/06 EC SD developer kit for BLDC control is fully compatible with Portescap's range of BLDC motors, ensuring seamless and rapid integration. It includes an easy-to-use Windows-based software suite with auto-tuning capabilities. This significantly reduces set-up times from days to hours. To minimise engineering effort, the system also includes C-based instruction sets for flexible and reusable programming. With a power supply of up to 56V and a continuous current capability of 5.5A, as well as Hall sensor and encoder feedback options, the PCR 56/06 EC SD easily meets a wide range of application requirements.
Suited for a wide range of markets
A key feature of this solution is the module-only option, which allows the controller to be mounted directly onto the application's PCB. This allows a smooth transition from prototyping to production, providing a cost-effective solution by leveraging initial development efforts. The PCR 56/06 EC SD is well suited to a wide range of markets including aerospace, automation, industrial power tools, medical and robotics. Specific applications that will benefit from this controller include bionics and exoskeleton systems, electric grippers, medical pipettes and laboratory automation, seat and valve actuation, and surgical robotics.
Carlos Bielicki, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Performance Motion Devices, stated: “With this advanced motion control kit enabling immediate evaluation and development using Portescap’s BLDC motors with PMD’s ION®/CME N-Series Digital Drive, customers now have a proven and optimized solution that minimizes risk and engineering time.”
